Media Release Summary

Willful damage, Loganlea; Arson, Rockhampton

Nebo rescues

Police and emergency services are urging motorists to take care after several vehicles were stranded on flooded roads overnight near Nebo.

Cochlear implant recovered, Mooloolaba

Robbery with violence, Yeronga; Burglary, Cannonvale

Police would like to thank the public for their assistance following the recovery of a boy’s Cochlear implant that was stolen on January 27.

Police investigating possible suspicious activity, Chermside West

Armed robbery, Beenleigh; Non-suspicious fire, Rockhampton

Sunday, 30

Police investigations into possible suspicious activity which occurred on a footpath at Chermside West yesterday afternoon continue.

Fatal traffic incident, Burpengary; Grievous bodily harm charge, Fortitude Valley

Fatal hit and run traffic crash, Bentley Park; Serious assault, Fortitude Valley; Serious assault of police officer, Rockhampton; Serious assault, Kelvin Grove

Saturday, 29

Police support other organisations in charity cricket match; Unlawful wounding, Surfers Paradise.

Armed robbery, Browns Plains

Fraud offences, Woolloongabba; Off-duty officer makes arrest, Labrador

Friday, 28

Police are appealing for information from the public following the armed robbery of a service station at Browns Plains this morning.

PCYC’s supporting Queensland flood affected communities

Police Citizens Youth Club Queensland (PCYC Qld) has opened its collective doors to provide free access to activities and programs for people affected by the recent devastating floods.

Back to School nets disqualified, drunk and speeding driver

Police officers were shocked by the interception of an allegedly drunk, speeding and disqualified driver on day three of the Operation Back to School road safety campaign.

Serious traffic crash, Greenbank

A 16-year-old boy has been transported via QAS to the Princess Alexandra Hospital in a critical condition after being struck by a car at Greenbank this morning.

Police urge caution over email scam

Police are warning members of the public not to be fooled by an email scam currently circulating. The email received is addressed from a person the receiver knows, a friend or family member and from their legitimate email address.

Thursday, 27

Murder charges, Kewarra Beach

Detectives have today charged two men with murder following extensive investigations which commenced after the discovery of a man’s body on January 22.

Toowoomba Range traffic congestion

Toowoomba Range traffic congestion may continue while repair work is undertaken.

Theft of rare Australian memorabilia, Varsity Lakes

Police are investigating the theft of 15 rare Australian envelopes dating from 1839 to 1976.

Cochlea implant theft, Mooloolaba

Update – Missing persons search, Moreton Bay; Update – Fatal crash, Etna Creek

Police are appealing for information from the public following the theft of a bag from Mooloolaba yesterday that contained a young child’s Cochlea implant.

Police encourage pharmacies to be on the look out for fraudsters

Police are issuing a warning to local businesses to be extra vigilant following reports of a Nigerian scam targeting pharmacies.

Morning Round-up Second Edition

Update – Missing persons search, Moreton Bay; Assault and unarmed robbery, Macgregor; Unlawful wounding, Highgate Hill

Missing persons search, Moreton Bay

Police are currently searching the waters in Moreton Bay after two Redland Bay fisherman were reported missing last night.

Serious traffic crash, Jacobs Well

Armed robbery, Caboolture; Suspicious fire, Charleville; Serious traffic crash, Yorkeys Knob.

Police are investigating a serious traffic crash involving a single vehicle on the Pimpama-Jacobs Well Road at Jacobs Well.

Serious traffic crash, Bald Hills

Police are investigating a serious traffic crash involving two vehicles on Gympie Road at Bald Hills.

Wednesday, 26

Death investigation, Edmonton

Update - Fatal - serious crash, Gatton Update – Fatal crash, Etna Creek

Fatal crash, Bethania

A male motorcyclist, believed to be in his 30’s, has died following a collision with a car at Bethania this morning.

The Ethical Standards Command is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 39-year-old man during a police response in Edmonton last night.

Drug charges, Broadbeach

Two men have been charged with multiple drug offences following the execution of a search warrant at Broadbeach Waters last night.

Police husband and wife team among six to receive Australian Day honours

Police Commissioner Bob Atkinson and Police Minister Neil Roberts have congratulated six Queensland police officers on receiving Australia Day awards.

Tuesday, 25

Appeal for public assistance to locate missing man, Sandgate

Fatal industrial incident, Warwick: Appeal for witnesses, petrol tanker rollover, Hillcrest: House fire, Alderley:

Police are seeking public assistance in locating a 41-year-old man who went missing in the Sandgate area just before Christmas last year.

Police officer stood down, Central Region

A 44-year-old male Sergeant from the Central Region has been stood down from duty following the completion of an internal investigation into his conduct whilst on duty.

Australia Day 2011

Queensland Police would like to encourage the public to drink responsibly and take care in their actions when celebrating Australia Day tomorrow.

Murder charge, Esk

Police have charged a 45-year-old Dakabin man with murder after they located the body of a 35-year-old woman at an Esk residence on Saturday.

Traffic Incident, Middle Road Hillcrest

Stealing charges, Wynnum West; Graffiti charge, Everton Hills; Unlawful wounding, Bundaberg

Motorists are advised that due to a petrol tanker rollover on the Mt Linedsay Highway, the highway is closed between Brown Plains Road to the north and Green Road to the south.

Monday, 24

Call for help with investigation into suspicious death

Police are appealing for assistance from the public with an investigation into the suspicious death of a man at Frankston Street at Kewarra Beach near Cairns.

Death toll from Queensland Floods

The death toll for flood-related incidents in south-east Queensland since January 10 has risen to 22.

Australia Day 2011

Gold Coast Police would like to encourage the public to drink and act responsibly when celebrating Australia Day this Wednesday.

Minor earthquake reported near St George

A reported earthquake near St George has had a minimal impact on the surrounding area.

Morning Round-up, Second edition

Marine incident, Townsville; Big Day Out wrap-up, Gold Coast;

QPS bike squad joins flood relief appeal

The Brisbane Bike Squad will use their pedal power to assist with raising money for the Premier’s Flood Appeal as they join cyclists across Brisbane for the Queensland Ride Relief today.

Possible human remains discovered, Lowood

Serious traffic incident, Zillmere Attempted armed robbery, Holland Park

Road closures – Brisbane

Queensland Police would like to advise the public there will be a charity bike ride around Brisbane between 10.30am and 12pm on Monday January 24.

Sunday, 23

Afternoon Round-Up

Death investigation, Kewarra; Update fatal crash, D'Aguilar

The Queensland Police Service is investigating the discovery of what appears to be human remains near Lowood today.

Back to school traffic operation

Police would like to remind motorists to pay particular attention when driving near schools this week as students return from their holidays.

Possible human remains discovered, Murphy's Creek

Fatal crash - D’Aguilar; Assault and robbery - Surfers Paradise; Assault charges - Cairns.

Saturday, 22

The Queensland Police Service is investigating the discovery of what appears to be human remains near Murphy's Creek this evening.

Suspicious death, Esk

Police are investigating the death of a 35-year-old woman after her body was located at an Esk residence early this morning.

Personal safety tips for Big Day Out

Serious traffic crash, Yandina; Serious traffic crash, Norman Park; Robbery with violence, Victoria Point

Friday, 21

Police are urging revellers planning to attend Sunday’s Big Day Out celebration to use common sense and to be mindful of their personal safety

More Australian Federal Police officers arrive in Grantham

UPDATE - Missing person, Thornlands; Arson charges, Caloundra

Thursday, 20

Interstate support for the Queensland Police Service continues today with the arrival of a further 15 Australian Federal Police officers in Toowoomba this afternoon. A temporary Police Facility has been established in Grantham to provide safety and security to affected communities in the Lockyer Valley, including the Murphy’s Creek area.

Motorists urged to remain patient following road closures in Petrie

Police wish to advise motorists of major traffic congestion in the Petrie area and on the Bruce Highway around Murrumba Downs, following the closure of both directions of AJ Wyllie Bridge and also Youngs Crossing Road closure today.

Missing teenager, Thornlands

Police are seeking public assistance in locating a 13-year-old Thornlands girl missing since last week.

Morning Round-up, Second edition

Serious crash, Gatton: Building fire, Caloundra:

Police encourage pharmacies to be on the look out for fraudsters

Police are issuing a warning to local businesses to be extra vigilant following reports of a Nigerian scam targeting pharmacies.

Missing man located, Mansfield

Police would like to advise that the 20-year-old man reported missing last week from his Mansfield residence has been located.

Youngs Crossing Road and AJ Wyllie Bridge closed, Petrie

Police wish to advise motorists that the AJ Wyllie Bridge, Petrie, is now closed in both directions pending inspection on reported further damage.

Two charged following vandalism of trains

A 23-year-old Morningside man is to face court following two alleged incidents on January 18 on Brisbane’s south side.

Wednesday, 19

Missing Man, Mansfield

Police are appealing for public assistance in locating a 20-year-old man who has been reported missing from Mansfield since January 13.

On Wednesday, police from The Gap charged a 20-year-old man from Jindalee with one count each of wilful damage (graffiti), possession of graffiti implement and obstruct police.

Afternoon Round-Up

Serious Assault, Kedron; Update - fatal crash, Burnside

Morning Round-Up

Fatal plane crash, Goondiwindi; Wounding, Mandalay (Airlie Beach)

Tuesday, 18

Attempted murder charges, Aspley

Police have charged a 53-year-old man after an incident at a shop on Gympie Road at Aspley today.

Police appeal to the community not to spread rumours

The Queensland Police Service can confirm that reports of two bodies being found in a house in Goodna are not accurate.

Man charged for Paradise Island homicide

Police have charged a man following the death of a man in Paradise Island last night.

Brisbane recovery speeds ahead

Brisbane continues to move forward in the recovery mode as residents proceed with the task of cleaning up in the aftermath of the flooding.

Cyclists urged to delay travel around Mt Coot-tha

Police are urging cyclists to stay away from Mt Coot-tha while Brisbane City is in the recovery phase following the flood event last week.

Fraudsters targets Queensland Floods

Fraudsters are targeting victims of the Queensland floods and the generosity of people looking to provide support to victims.

47 people arrested following joint operation on the NSW and Queensland border – Operation Unison

Unit fire, Kingaroy; Traffic crash, Hodgson; Serious assault, Toowoomba;

Monday, 17

Police confirm death toll rise in Queensland floods

The Queensland Police Service sadly advises that the death toll as a result of floods in Queensland since January 10 has risen to 20.

Officer suspended from duty, MNR

Robbery charges - Aspley; Assault charges - Goodna; Attempted armed robbery - Woodridge.

Sunday, 16

More charged with looting

Fatal crash, Chermside; House fire, Beerwah; Serious crash, Cedar Creek; Marine incident, Main Beach;

A 22-year-old Alexandra Hills man will face the Cleveland Magistrate’s Court on February 14 on a charge of steal by looting.

Body located, Helidon

Queensland Police Services regrets to announce that another body has been located in the Helidon/Withcott area today.

Rethink your daily commute

Police are urging people travelling in to the Brisbane central business district (CBD) tomorrow to rethink or adjust their travel plans as an increase in road traffic is anticipated.

Police warn of scammers in the wake of floods

Queensland Police are today warning flood affected residents to be vigilant against scams with several schemes designed to de-fraud residents reported throughout the State.

Sight-seers hamper essential services

Unlawful wounding, Woodridge; Serious assault, Goondiwindi; Assault, Surfers Paradise

Police would again like to remind sight-seers to steer clear of areas where clean-up efforts are underway.

Knock on next door

Police are again urging people to check on their neighbours as flood waters recede.

Missing Person List, Queensland

Shooting, Inala: Unlawful wounding, Dajarra

Saturday, 15

Names of flood victims

Names of flood victims released.

A list has been released of people still missing in the Toowoomba and Lockyer Valley areas.

Coronation Drive closures

Police are advising motorists to seek alternate routes around Coronation Drive over the next week following damage caused by recent floodwaters.

People urged to check on their neighbours as flood water recedes

As flood waters start to recede and communities across south-east Queensland begin the clean-up, emergency services are asking people to check on their neighbours.

Multi-faceted response continues across the State

With much of the State swinging into recovery and clean-up; authorities continue the search of the Lockyer Valley for missing people and monitor the flood waters that are wreaking havoc in the communities of Condamine and Goondiwindi.

Police remind the community to be safe during the big clean-up

Police would like to remind the thousands of volunteers who have turned up around Brisbane to assist with the clean-up effort to remember their personal safety and use caution.

Police remind the community to be safe during

Police would like to remind the thousands of volunteers who have turned up around Brisbane to assist with the clean-up effort to remember their personal safety and use caution.

Traffic disruptions expected as the clean-up begins

Thousands of volunteers have begun to mobilise today for the clean-up effort and Police would like to advise the public to expect traffic congestion and delays especially around the volunteer hubs.

Taking property that is not yours is criminal

Unlawful wounding charges, Scarborough: Sexual assault, Bowen Hills: Armed robbery, Upper Mt Gravatt: Unlawful wounding, Harristown:

Friday, 14

With the unprecedented level of flooding that has or is currently affecting communities across Queensland, police would like to remind members of the public that taking property that is not theirs could be a criminal offence.

Parts of Kilcoy area remain isolated

Parts of the Kilcoy area, west of Caboolture, remain isolated today but service restoration and supply drops are underway.

Police urge caution as roads reopen in the Brisbane CBD

Police are reminding motorists to use caution as roads in and around the Brisbane CBD that were closed due to the flood are beginning to re-open today

Re-supply taking place across Brisbane today

Police have received requests for resupply of essential food and medical needs from the Bellbowrie, Moggill and Mt Crosby areas.

Queensland flood updates: audio links available online

Audio updates of the current situation in several Queensland towns and cities have been provided by senior police.

Recovery efforts hampered by on-lookers

As roads begin to reopen in and around the Brisbane CBD police would like to remind the community and motorists to avoid sightseeing as the clean-up effort begins.

Limit non-essential travel to Ipswich CBD

Police are asking members of the public to stay out of the Ipswich CBD unless absolutely essential.

Two charged over looting, Brisbane floods

Police have charged two men with stealing by looting after police intercepted a dinghy at the Port of Brisbane last evening.

Don’t walk on railway lines

Police would like to remind the community to stay safe near our railway lines in and around Brisbane.

Bruce Highway, Rockhampton to be open to heavy vehicles only from 4pm today

Police communications are currently experiencing a very high volume of calls from members of the public who believe the Bruce Highway at Rockhampton is open to all traffic today. This is NOT the case.

Food supplies to Bellbowrie residents

Vessel fire, Yeppoon; Attempted robbery, Brassall; Armed robbery, Coomera; High risk activity, Rockhampton

Queensland Police Service with assistance of the Australian Defence Force have been able to access the isolated community of Bellbowrie enabling essential food supplies to be delivered to the evacuation centre.

Thursday, 13

Charges Oxley and Goodna incidents

Four men, aged 24, 21, 20 and 19, will front the Richlands Magistrates Court on 25 February to face charges of trespass and unregulated high risk activity.

Urgent flood warning Goondiwindi

An Evacuation Centre has been set up at the Goondiwindi Showgrounds for residents living in the low lying areas of Goondiwindi following reports of possible river rises.

Roma area residents advised not to panic buy

Authorities are reminding residents in Roma to remain calm during the current flood crisis and to rest assured that food supply lines are being kept open.

Kilcoy area remains isolated

Kilcoy, west of Caboolture, remains isolated today and police are urging local and surrounding residents to remain calm and patient.

Recovery of property following the floods

Police and members of the public around Queensland will have a difficult task with the recovery of property in flood affected areas.

Sightseers causing traffic chaos

The Queensland Police Service is strongly advising sight-seers to stay away from the Ipswich Central Business District and other flood affected areas.

Police remind the community to be safe during the big clean-up

Members of the public who are pitching in to assist with the clean-up process around Brisbane are being urged to exercise caution.

Police rescue man from Logan River

Police were able to rescue a 48-year-old Woodridge man after he was heard calling for help in the Logan River about 3am this morning.

Message for all displaced Lockyer Valley residents

Displaced Lockyer Valley residents are urged to contact police as soon as possible.

Backpackers urged to let someone know they are safe

To assist with accounting for all missing people following the Toowoomba and Lockyer Valley flooding police are urging all backpackers in the Toowoomba, Lockyer Valley and Gatton areas to make contact with family, friends or relatives to let them know they are safe.

Brisbane flood sightseers warned

The Queensland Police Service is strongly advising sight-seers to stay away from the Brisbane River and other flood affected areas.

Flood update, Brisbane

Police advise that the Brisbane River has now reached its peak.

Water Police assist with floating debris

At about 11pm last night a large section of a board walk structure at New Farm broke away from the banks of Brisbane River and became dangerous floating debris in the flood waters.

Brisbane flood situation for City

Police strongly advise all Brisbane residents to avoid travelling to the Brisbane Central Business District today unless absolutely necessary.

The Queensland Police Service also requests people stay away from the Brisbane River, as sight-seers have the potential to hamper emergency service workers who are busy performing urgent tasks.

Police are advising against all non-essential travel as current flood predictions suggest a number of suburbs, including those in the CBD, will be further inundated today.

Wednesday, 12

Death investigation, Karrabin

Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the location of a deceased male, believed to be 50-years-old, in Karrabin today.

Missing person located, Walkamin

Police and emergency services located the body of a woman in Granite Gorge in far north Queensland today.

Three charged over looting, Brisbane floods

Detectives from Hendra CIB have charged three men with stealing offences following two incidents at Pinkenba this afternoon.

Flood damage update - Caboolture

Police are advising motorists in the Caboolture District to take care while driving as flood waters recede, exposing damage to roads in some areas.

Reminder - National Registration and Inquiry System (NRIS)

Authorities are urging anyone who has been evacuated, either at the direction of authorities or having initiated such a move themselves, to register on the National Registration and Inquiry System (NRIS).

Airspace advice - Gatton

Authorities wish to advise the airspace within 10 nautical miles of Gatton has now been defined as a danger zone however non-emergency service aircraft can now fly within this area under normal flight rules.

Important contact details during the current disaster situation

General Public Information

Telephone service disruption – Police Headquarters

Telephone services to Queensland Police Headquarters in Brisbane have been disrupted due to flooding.

Gladstone residents advised there’s no need to panic buy

Authorities are urging residents in Gladstone to keep calm during the floods and be assured that there is no need for panic buying of fuel or food.

Don’t be afraid to ask before you donate

Authorities would like to again remind those wishing to donate to victims of the Queensland floods to ensure they are giving their funds to legitimate charities.

National Registration & Inquiry Systen (NRIS)

Anyone who has been evacuated, either at the direction of authorities or initiated such a move themselves is urged to register their current location on the NRIS system so that friends and family are able to reassure themselves that you are safe and that emergency services are able to concentrate on looking for individuals who may be missing as opposed to simply out of contact.

Tuesday, 11

Gold Coast District severe weather media release

Whilst the Gold Coast has not been subjected to the floods and inundation of other parts of South East Queensland there is no room for complacency.

Flood water update - Stanthorpe, Warwick, Allora

The Southern Police Region has continued to experience rainfall to many of its Districts. Within the Warwick area, the river is now at 7.2 metres which has closed the main bridge into the CBD.

Fatal crash, Moorooka

Police are appealing for witnesses to a single vehicle crash at Moorooka this morning that resulted in the death of a 19-year-old man.

Monday, 10

Friends and relatives information hotline established

An information hotline has been established for relatives and friends of people affected by flooding in the Toowoomba, Murphy’s Creek, Grantham and Withcott areas.

Unheralded weather event causes further disaster in Queensland

Light aircrash crash, Igham: Armed robbery Townsville: Att murder, Childers:

A severe and sudden weather event struck the Toowoomba region around 1pm today causing flash flooding and the loss of a number of lives.

Warning to move to higher ground east, south and west of Toowoomba and into the Lockyer Valley

Police are issuing the following warning for all communities east, south and west of Toowoomba and into the Lockyer Valley.

Police urge Toowoomba residents to stay indoors

Toowoomba police are currently responding to a number of incidents in the area following heavy rainfall experienced this afternoon.

Severe weather alert – Sunshine Coast, Esk Toowoomba

Police and emergency services are advising people in low lying flood prone areas on the Sunshine Coast, Esk, Toowoomba and the Lockyer Valley area to evacuate to higher ground.

Residents urged to evacuate, Chinchilla

People in low lying flood-prone areas at Chinchilla should immediately evacuate to higher ground.

Residents urged to evacuate between Gatton and Ipswich

People in low lying areas between Gatton and Ipswich should immediately self-evacuate to higher ground.

Evacuations commence in Stanthorpe

Stanthorpe Police would like to advise all residents living along Quart Pot Creek and low residing areas in the Stanthorpe Township to evacuate their residence until further notice.

Gympie area affected by floods

Police are urging motorists to avoid Gympie as the district braces to be further isolated due to rising flood waters.

Message not getting through on flood safety

Police are issuing a stern warning to all community members to stay away from flood waters.

Advice for drivers stranded, Withcott

Advice to drivers stranded on the Warrego Highway near Helidon and Wittcott townships area due to road closures are requested to travel to the school at Wittcott Township, situated on Biggs Road.

The deluge continues across the South East

With heavy falls continuing to drop vast quantities of water across already saturated ground and river systems, the State remains on high alert as river levels and flood waters continue to rise in many areas.

Northern road access to Toogoolawah

Police wish to advise motorists that road access to the north of Toogoolawah will remain closed for an unknown period of time due to flood waters in the area.

UPDATE: Armed robberies, Logan

A 20-year-old man has been charged in relation to two attempted armed robberies in Logan on January 8, and an armed robbery on January 2.

Gympie being isolated by floods

Police are urging motorists to avoid Gympie as the district braces to be further isolated due to rising flood waters.

Floodwaters on the rise Dalby

A Local Disaster Management centre has been set up at the Dalby Agricultural College for residents of Dalby following reports of heavy rainfall in the catchment area overnight.

Sunday, 9

Rockhampton update - Queenslanders helping Queenslanders

Police officers from across the state are volunteering to help their fellow Queenslanders through one of the biggest natural disasters the area has ever faced.

Missing kayaker located safe and well, Stoney Creek

Emergency services have located a 60-year-old man after he was reported missing in Stoney Creek near Woodford this afternoon.

Missing kayaker, Stoney Creek

Police and emergency services are currently searching for a man reported missing in Stoney Creek (near Woodford) this afternoon.

South East Queensland on alert

Car into house, Currumbin Waters: Police are investigating a crash early this morning that resulted in a car crashing into the side of a Currumbin Waters home. Initial investigations suggest that the vehicle was travelling along Buckingham Way when the driver has, for unknown reasons, lost control of the car and crashed into the side of the Simpson Road residence. No one was injured as a result of the crash however significant structural damage was caused to the residence. The driver of the car left the scene before police and emergency services arrived. Investigations are continuing.

Large parts of Queensland including the south east corner are on high alert with the possibility of more heavy rain expected in the next 24 hours. This heavy rain will add to the water already dropped around various parts of the State overnight.

D'Aguilar Highway, east and westbound access to Kilcoy, will be cut by this afternoon

Continued heavy rain falling across South East Queensland will force the closure of the highway into Kilcoy, both east and westbound, this afternoon.

D’Aguilar Highway closed at Kilcoy

Police wish to advise that the D’Aguilar Highway is shut to all traffic at Kilcoy Creek just east of Kilcoy.

Update - missing swimmer, Cherbourg

Attempted armed robberies, Logan; Correction: Body located, Cherbourg

Saturday, 8

Police have recovered the body of a young woman in Barambah Creek tonight.

Missing swimmer, Cherbourg

A woman in her 20s is believed to be missing near Cherbourg.

Rockhampton waits and watches as flood waters persist

The Rockhampton community is waiting and watching as the flooded waters of the swollen Fitzroy River continue to inhabit many Rockhampton homes and businesses.

St George community ready for river peak

Police, emergency services and the local community are prepared for the expected peak of flood waters in St George over the weekend.

Flash flooding cuts more roads across Queensland

Queensland’s big wet continues to drench many parts of the state cutting off new sections of highways and limiting movement.

Fatal traffic crash, Tara

A 55-year-old Tara man has been killed in a traffic crash at Tara around 8.30 this morning.

Road closures Maryborough

Armed robbery, Bulimba; Police continue to appeal for assistance – Armed robbery, Bundall; Armed robbery charges, Gold Coast

Police and emergency services would like to advise the Maryborough community of road closures as a result of the Mary River rising overnight.

Appeal for witnesses, serious assault Redcliffe

Redcliffe detectives are appealing for witnesses after a woman was seriously assaulted last evening.

Police Dive Squad in Roma

Members of the police Dive Squad returning from the recovery of the body of a flood victim in Aramac worked in the Roma district yesterday.

Bruce Highway remains closed at Rockhampton

Police are advising motorists that the Bruce Highway remains closed south of Rockhampton to all traffic.

Stock recovery, Queensland

Armed robbery, Coomera; Update: missing person, Rockhampton

Friday, 7

Police and members of the public around Queensland will have a difficult task with the recovery of stock in flood affected areas.

Flood water exclusion zone, Rockhampton

Assault and affray charges, Buranda: Five men have been charged with assault and affray following an alleged attack on December 30. Two men were allegedly assaulted at a restaurant in a shopping centre at Buranda at 9.30pm. Two men, both aged 22, are charged with grievious bodily harm and another three, aged 36, 21 and 20 have been charged with affray. Police are further proceeding with anti discrimination related offences against the men charged with grievous bodily harm. They are due to appear at the Brisbane Magistrates Court on January 8, 2011.

Due to the hazardous and unpredictable nature of flood waters an exclusion zone for all water vessels, or any person in the water, is in place in Rockhampton.

Inclement weather brings more rain to flood affected Queensland

As some flood affected areas of Queensland stabilized overnight, inclement weather is prolonging the state’s worst hit areas.

No delays for rainy days, Townsville police operation

The wet weather hasn’t dampened South Townsville police beat’s commitment to a high visibility policing operation targeting anti social behavior in the Townsville CBD and surrounds.

Motorists urged to plan their trips and drive with extra care

Police would like to remind motorists that many roads across flood affected Queensland are damaged or closed and those wishing to travel between Queensland and New South Wales should strongly consider using the Pacific Highway.

Morning Round-up Second Edition

Serious assault police and other charges, Kalbar; Missing woman, Rockhampton; Update – missing trio, Rockhampton.

Adverse weather and road conditions expected to continue on the Gold Coast right across January

Missing woman, Rockhampton

Crash update, Ascot; Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, Aramac.

Thursday, 6

Editted January 8:

Flood waters continue flowing towards rural townships

While conditions in Rockhampton have improved over the last 24 hours, where the number of houses inundated has reduced from 400 down to 150, flood levels will remain at high levels for some days yet.

Make sure you check before you donate

Authorities would like to advise those wishing to donate to victims of the Queensland floods to ensure they are giving their funds to legitimate charities.

WITHOUT A PADDLE ..OR A CLUE

Police at Gladstone have expressed frustration and disbelief over the potentially fatal antics of four young local men who used an inflatable wading pool to take a ride on a flooded river yesterday morning.

Localised Flooding, Brisbane

Due to recent heavy rainfalls many local roads are currently experience flooding in the Brisbane area.

Morning Round-up Second Edition

Body located, Aramac; Body of man located, Sunshine Beach

Missing man, Sunshine Beach

Traffic crash, New Farm; Armed robbery, Nerang

Wednesday, 5

Queensland flood wrap

State Disaster Coordinator, Deputy Commissioner Ian Stewart welcomed the appointment of Major General Mick Slater as the head of the Flood Recovery Taskforce.

Police are seeking public assistance in locating a 30-year-old New Farm man who went missing in the Sunshine Beach area on New Year’s day.

Armed robbery, Helensvale

Police are investigating the armed robbery of a fast food outlet at Helensvale overnight.

Townsville District road closures

Dangerous operation of motor vehicle, Camira; Serious assault, Sunshine Coast; Attempted armed robbery, Tewantin

Tuesday, 4

Queensland flood wrap

As communities in Rockhampton brace themselves for rising flood levels, residents are continuing to self evacuate where necessary.

Afternoon Round up

Unlawful wounding charge, Parrearra; Arson charges, Mooloolaba; Assault and robbery, Nundah; Drug charges, Eagleby; Unlawful wounding, Fortitude Valley

Police wish to remind all motorists that for all traffic and travel advice please visit http://131940.qld.gov.au or call 131940. Motorists should also monitor local council and local radio for all current information.

Missing man in flood waters, Aramac

Update: man missing in floodwaters, Aramac; Building fire, Charleville; Rescue, near Prince of Wales Island; Attempted armed robbery, Southport; Attempted robbery in company, Sunnybank

Monday, 3

Evening Round Up

Serious assult, Woombye; Serious assault, Coolangatta; Arson, Murrumba

A man is missing and feared drowned after the car he was travelling in was swept from a flooded causeway in the state’s central west about 11.30pm yesterday.

Flood waters keep flowing as more communities are threatened

With flood waters receding from many areas of the State and home and business owners surveying the damage left behind, the people of Rockhampton, St George and Surat closely monitor rising river levels and ever encroaching flood waters.

Rockhampton floods update

Police and emergency services are continuing to work in numbers across Rockhampton with the Fitzroy River hitting 9m this morning.

Emerald flood update

The Central Queensland town of Emerald continues to move into recovery mode today as residents return to their homes to begin the task of cleaning up in the aftermath of the flooding.

Police dispel looting rumours in Rockhampton

Rockhampton police have been extremely disappointed by incorrect claims of looting offences in the district over the last 24 hours while the area deals with its biggest flood since 1991.

Man missing in Boyne River located

The body of a 38-year-old local man swept from a small vessel on the Boyne River, Tannum Sands has been recovered.

Armed robbery, Hillcrest; Attempted robbery, Kelvin Grove; Armed robbery, Heatley

Sunday, 2

Evening Round-Up

Update - search and rescue, Gladstone; Armed robbery, Labrador; Armed robbery, Chermside

Preparations continue for further evacuations while some residents return home

Fatal traffic crash, Booroobin (near Maleny); High range drink driver, Dicky Beach; Safety message – swimming in streams and water holes; Bridge closed between Bundaberg and Agnes Water

Across Queensland there are now 22 towns and cities substantially inundated by flooding or isolated because roads to these communities are cut.

Update – Rockhampton floods

Authorities are disappointed by a number of incidents where people are unnecessarily entering floodwaters, placing their lives and the lives of others at risk, in Rockhampton in the last 36 hours.

Missing woman located in floodwaters near Burketown

The body of a woman swept from a vehicle while attempting to cross a flooded causeway at Floraville, 71kms southeast of Burketown in north-west Queensland, last night has been recovered.

Emerald flood update

Emerald residents are continuing to deal with serious flooding as the central Queensland town remains divided by the swollen Nogoa River.

Woman missing in floodwaters near Burketown

Update, search and rescue, Gladstone; Firearm and drug charges, Capalaba

Police and the State Emergency Service are currently searching for a 41-year-old woman missing in the Leichhardt River.

Fatal traffic crash, Goondiwindi

A 31-year-old man has died following a single vehicle traffic crash near Goondiwindi tonight.

Saturday, 1

Revised flood levels for Condamine and Balonne Rivers

The State Disaster Coordinator Ian Stewart has become aware that the Bureau of Meteorology has reported a change in the river heights for the Condamine and Balonne Rivers which will impact those towns downstream from township of Condamine including Surat, Dirranbandi and St George.

Search and Rescue, Gladstone

Police and emergency services are currently searching for a man missing in the Boyne River, Tannum Sands.

Resupply in full swing for flood affected Queensland

Communities across Queensland continue to be affected by the unprecedented flooding inundating much of the State.

Bruce and Capricorn highways closed at Yeppen

Flood waters closed the Bruce and Capricorn highways at Yeppen, south of Rockhampton tonight.

Assistance sought to locate missing trio - LOCATED SAFE AND WELL

Concerns are held for the welfare of a man and two children who were reported missing after they were last seen leaving a Rockhampton home yesterday evening.

Threat in Nindigully eases

The flood threat to the community of Nindigully eased overnight.

Rockhampton braced for possible isolation

The Queensland Police Service is urging Rockhampton residents not to take unnecessary risks as the town prepares for possible isolation from rising flood waters.

New Year’s Eve Celebrations

Police from around the state reported a busy night although crowd numbers bringing in 2011 were down from previous years.